The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is currently recruiting for the role of Supervisor/Cook based in the Ozanam Social Activity Day Centre Rathmullan.
The role is permanent, part-time 18 hours per week over 2/3 days.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
Desirable Qualifications/Certifications:
- A recognised qualification / experience in social care (FETAC Level 5)
- Valid HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) certification.
- First Aid Responder (FAR) certification.
- Manual Handling and Fire Safety training.
- Safeguarding training for Children and Vulnerable Adults
Experience
- At least 1 years’ experience working in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Experience in a community, social care, or healthcare setting would be an advantage.
- Experience of food preparation and menu planning.
- Experience in managing and organising activities and events.
- Administrative experience including budgeting, record-keeping, and report writing.
Knowledge
- Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures for children and vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge of relevant Irish legislation, including the Health Act 2007.
- Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values.
- Knowledge of needs and issues of the poor and disadvantaged.
- Awareness of risk assessment and health & safety protocols.
Skills
- Be highly organised and time efficient individual
- Be a caring individual in terms of how they relate to the service user.
- Be an excellent communicator with highly developed listening, verbal skills and be computer literate.
- Enjoy working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Be independent, fair and confident in challenging situations
- Be innovative and inventive in responding to poverty
- Have an ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humour.
If you have the desire to join one of Ireland’s best known, trusted and respected not-for-profit organisations, please go to https://www.svp.ie/vacancies for details on how to apply. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 6th June 2025.
